By now, most of us have heard what a God Send coconut oil is and how fabulous it is for our health and bodies. From head to toe, it covers hair, skin, nails, weight loss, and so much more. There are so many benefits, that frankly, information overload leaves us not knowing where to start. I want to cover 3 general uses of coconut oil that will improve your overall well being - weight loss, beauty, and cooking. Yes, the stuff can be costly, but when you realize just how much you can use it, it pays for itself. Weight Loss Taking small amounts of coconut oil 20 minutes before mealtime can help with weight loss, and studies have shown that it can be effective in targeting the abdominal area. It can significantly reduce your appetite and help you feel full more quickly. You can mix liquefied coconut oil in a mug and add hot water or herbal tea or take it straight up. Adding this to coffee may reduce effectiveness. Use the following weight guidelines to determine how much oil to consume before each meal: 90-130 lbs, use 1 TBL coconut oil before each meal for a total of 3 TBL per day. 131-180 lbs, use 1.5 TBL coconut oil before each meal for a total of 4.5 TBL per day. Over 180 lbs, use 2 TBL coconut oil before each meal for a total of 6 TBL per day. Do you or does someone you care about need to lose weight? Bodynista offers a fantastic line of weight loss products from Total Life Changes to get you into the body you deserve and help you take your life back. Check out testimonials from people who have used Total Life Changes products. Shop for your new body by visiting our Total Life Changes Store Page. Beauty I am no stranger to coconut oil for my hair and skin. There are so many uses for this gem in the beauty department - here are a few of my favorites. 1. Eye Make Up Remover: Coconut oil is an excellent eye-make up remover. It has shown effects of removing wrinkles and restoring elasticity to the skin. 2. Hair (dandruff/ dry hair): Coconut oil can combat dandruff and dry hair by simply rubbing a small amount into the scalp a couple times a week. It will look oily, so its best to rub it in before bed and rinse in the morning. It also helps strengthen hair and add shine. 3. Shaving: Coconut oil is very soothing on the skin. Keep some in the shower and use it the next time you shave. It does not foam up, but you can feel it coat your skin. Apply and shave, its that easy! Using coconut oil in the shower as a shaving soap gives a smooth shave with no irritation. No need to try to wash the oil off with soap; its extra moisturizer. 4. Massage Oil: Melted coconut oil makes a great massage oil. Get creative and add some scented oils for a more intimate experience. 5. Skin Lotion: Coconut oil is not only great for your skin, but leaves your skin looking and feeling great. It absorbs quickly and does not leave you feeling oily. I find using coconut oil right after a shower while my skin is still a bit damp is the best. The oil seems to spread and absorb easier when skin is slightly damp. Add a couple drops of your favorite essential oil for scent and creativity. Cooking This is probably where most confusion takes place. We have been trained that saturated fat is bad, bad, bad. Coconut oil is almost 100% saturated fat. So now you may be wondering, how the hell will I lose weight by drinking saturated fat? And, is this going to kill me? What makes coconut oil unique is its genetic make up. This alone allows for coconut oil to be used by our bodies for energy instead of being stored as fat. In Cooking, coconut oil is a stable oil that doesn’t break down easily at high temperatures like other oils do. It doesn’t go rancid easily and has amazing nutritional properties. It is great for practically any cooking use. This oil is semi-solid at room temperature and it can last for months and years without going rancid. Coconut oil is particularly rich in a fatty acid called Lauric Acid, which can improve cholesterol and help kill bacteria and other pathogens. The fats in coconut oil can also boost metabolism and increase feelings of fullness. If you want to get the maximum benefits from coconut oil, especially for weight loss or diet, it is a must to use organic virgin coconut oil. Otherwise, you are not consuming coconut oil in its purest form. Do you use coconut oil already? What are your thoughts? BodyNista Do you or does someone you care about need to lose weight? Bodynista offers a fantastic line of weight loss products from Total Life Changes to get you into the body you deserve and help you take your life back. Check out testimonials from people who have used Total Life Changes products. Shop for your new body by visiting our Total Life Changes Store Page. References
http://wellnessmama.com/2072/benefits-of-coconut-oil/ http://www.thehealthyhomeeconomist.com/stomp-the-weight-loss-accelerator-using-coconut-oil/ http://authoritynutrition.com/healthy-cooking-oils/
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